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Fatal Shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by Federal Agents in Minneapolis – January 24, 2026

Fatal Shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by Federal Agents in Minneapolis – January 24, 2026

Updated: January 24, 2026

On January 24, 2026, federal agents (primarily from ICE, CBP, and Border Patrol) fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a U.S. citizen and Minneapolis resident, during what officials described as a targeted immigration enforcement operation amid ongoing protests in the city. This incident follows other recent federal agent-involved shootings in Minneapolis and has sparked widespread debate, protests, and calls for investigation.

Accounts of the event remain conflicting: official statements emphasize self-defense against an armed threat, while bystander videos, eyewitness reports, and some media coverage raise questions about escalation and necessity. Below is a neutral summary of the main disputed elements—the perceived danger to officers and the reported "Call of Duty" remark—drawing from available sources.

Note: This is a very recent, evolving story under active investigation. Full bodycam footage, forensic details, and official transcripts are not yet publicly released. Readers should review primary sources and await further developments.

Incident Overview

Alex Jeffrey Pretti, 37, was identified as the deceased by Minneapolis police and multiple outlets. He was described by Police Chief Brian O'Hara as a south Minneapolis resident believed to have a permit to carry a firearm and no serious criminal history.

Official Account: Alleged Danger to Officers

DHS and federal officials state that Pretti approached agents armed with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun (e.g., Sig P320), resisted disarmament violently during a physical struggle, carried extra magazines, and posed an imminent threat, justifying defensive shots. Some reports note he had no ID at the scene.

Alternative Perspectives on the Level of Danger

Eyewitness videos and reports describe agents wrestling Pretti to the ground (with multiple agents involved), removing a firearm before additional shots (some clips report multiple rounds fired while he was pinned), and question whether he posed an ongoing immediate threat at the moment of shooting. Some portray him as disarmed or neutralized, with no visible active aggression (e.g., pointing/firing) toward officers in the final moments.

The Alleged "Call of Duty" Remark

During the chaotic scene (including crowd dispersal with tear gas/flash bangs), audio reportedly captured from bystander phones and live MSNBC coverage (with Ali Velshi) includes a masked federal agent saying variations like "This is like Call of Duty," "It's like Call of Duty. Pretty cool huh?" or "This is like Call of Duty, man! So cool!" The remark has been criticized as indicating a casual or gamified attitude toward real-world force. No official DHS/ICE confirmation or denial has been issued yet.

  • X posts reporting the audio (examples):
  • The phrase has circulated widely on social media but lacks independent mainstream verification in published articles so far.

Broader Context and Next Steps

Governor Tim Walz and local officials have condemned the incident, calling for state-led investigation and federal withdrawal. Protests continue, with demands for bodycam release and accountability (especially regarding masked agents). This is part of a pattern of recent federal agent-involved incidents in the area.

For ongoing coverage, check outlets like Star Tribune, The Guardian, or MPR News.

This post aims to present available facts neutrally from a range of sources. It does not endorse any narrative.

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